Tread Lightly Running Podcast

Episode 30: How to Taper for a Marathon

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Discussion points include:

  • What exactly does a marathon taper look like?
  • The science behind why you do a marathon taper
  • How a taper helps you hold marathon pace on race day
  • A two-week vs three-week taper
  • Tapering for a goal race vs a “for fun” marathon
  • Navigating the “taper crazies”
  • Understanding aches vs injury during the taper
  • What NOT to do during the marathon taper
  • Should you do a shakeout run before a marathon?

    • Strength training during the marathon taper

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      If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like:

      • Episode 6: Marathon Pacing
      • Episode 17: First Marathon Tips
      • Episode 20: What to Eat Before a Race


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